Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: On cloud nine

What does it mean?

To be extremely happy or delighted.

Is it positive or negative?

Positive.

When do you use it?

Use it to describe big happiness after good news.

Examples

Example 1: She was on cloud nine after the promotion.

Example 2: We were on cloud nine when the baby arrived.

Question for you

What would put you on cloud nine?

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